Electrical Permit in Peoria, Arizona
Electrical work in Peoria is governed by the 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted with City amendments per Ordinance 2019-12. Residential electrical work for miscellaneous scopes (service upgrades, new circuits, subpanel additions, de-rates for solar, etc.) is permitted via the 400M – Miscellaneous Building Permit Application submitted online at devservices.peoriaaz.gov. Over-the-counter plan review may be available for miscellaneous commercial electrical permits for systems not exceeding 225-amp 120/208-volt, 3-phase service.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
When you need this permit
- Electrical work must comply with the 2017 NEC as adopted and amended per Ordinance 2019-12
- Submit online at devservices.peoriaaz.gov with a 400M – Miscellaneous Building Permit Application for standalone electrical scopes; electrical work within a larger building permit uses that project's application
- For solar installations requiring a separate panel upgrade or de-rate: a separate 400M application is required with manufacturer specifications, electrical load calculations, and panel schedule
- Contractor information (name, Peoria Business License, AZROC number) required at permit issuance
Required documents
- Req
400M – Miscellaneous Building Permit Application
Used for standalone electrical scopes including service upgrades, subpanels, de-rates, and minor electrical work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical permit — valuation-based | Valuation-based permit fee per Development Fee Schedule. Minimum fee $87. Valuation is based on the scope of work; there is no separate flat-fee electrical table published by Peoria. | Peoria Development Fee Schedule, Rev. 9/2025. Plan check fee is an additional 65% of the permit fee. |
| Re-inspection fee | $230 per re-inspection | Peoria Development Fee Schedule, Rev. 9/2025. |
Review timeline
5–5 business days
Peoria’s published plan-review target
Inspection process
- 1
Underground Electrical / UFER (where applicable)
For projects with underground electrical: conduit installed per plan before concrete; UFER grounding electrode (#4, 20 ft minimum) properly installed before slab pour.
- 2
Final Electrical
Electric panelboard complete (UFER, gas and water bonds, proper breaker sizes, all circuits labeled, no unused knockouts); exterior GFCI receptacles and light fixtures installed; arc-fault circuit interrupters in all 15- and 20-amp branch circuits; GFCI within 6 feet of sinks/tubs; roof-mounted and ground-mounted equipment disconnects per NEC.
Tips
- Peoria adopted the 2017 NEC (not the 2020 NEC) with City amendments per Ordinance 2019-12 — verify your work against the 2017 NEC.
- Arc-fault circuit interrupters (AFCI) are required for all 15- and 20-amp branch circuits per 2017 NEC Article 210.
- GFCI protection is required for receptacles installed within 6 feet of any sink or tub, in bathrooms, garages, and other locations per 2017 NEC Article 210.8.
- A separate permit is required for panel upgrades, new solar-ready panels, or de-rating of panels for solar installation — submit a 400M application with load calculations and panel schedule.
Frequently asked questions
- Which electrical code does Peoria use?
- Peoria adopted the 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC) with City amendments per Ordinance 2019-12. Source: City of Peoria City Codes and Regulations page (NEC amendment PDF) and Residential Inspection Checklist (Handout 208, Rev. 12/2020).
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.
- City of Peoria Development & Engineering Department — Building Development — official building department
- City Codes and Regulations | City of Peoria (Wayback July 2025)
- 2017 NEC (Amended) — PDF | City of Peoria (Wayback July 2025)
- 208 – Residential Inspection Checklist (Handout 208, Rev. 12/2020) — PDF | City of Peoria (Wayback June 2025)
- Development Fee Schedule (Rev. 9/2025) — PDF | City of Peoria (current official)
Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Peoria building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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